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The Spartan Way, Nic Fields, New Book warriors 9781848848993
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- Condition
- Brand New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
- ISBN
- 9781848848993
- Publication Year
- 2013
- Type
- Textbook
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Publication Name
- Spartan Way
- Item Height
- 234 mm
- Publisher
- Pen & Sword Books LTD
- Subject
- History
- Item Width
- 156 mm
- Number of Pages
- 208 Pages
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For a period of some 200 years, Sparta was acknowledged throughout the Greek world as the home of the finest soldiers. Xenophon called them 'the only true craftsmen in matters of war'. Nic Fields explains the reasons for this superiority, how their reputation for invincibility was earned (and deliberately manipulated) and how it was ultimately shattered. The Spartan Way examines how Spartan society, through its rigid laws and brutal educational system, was thoroughly militarized and devoted to producing warriors suited to the intense demands of hoplite warfare - professional killers inculcated with the values of unwavering obedience and a willingness to fight and die for their city. The role of Spartan women, as mothers and wives, in shaping the warrior ethic is considered, as are the role of uniform and rigorous training in enhancing the small-unit cohesion within the phalanx , and the psychological intimidation of the enemy. The final chapters chart the course of Sparta's successes through the period of the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, through the Corinthian and Theban wars of the fourth century BC, which culminated with the shattering military defeats at Leuctra and 2nd Mantinea, and the years of her decline with the Spartans as a source of mercenaries for the wars of other states. SELLING POINTS: . The author explains the superiority of the Spartans which lasted over a 200 year period . It covers Spartan society, laws, education and military . It deals with the role of women as mothers and wives and how they helped shape the warrior ethic . Includes details of their successes, failures and their years of decline ILLUSTRATIONS: 8 pp b/w photos 8 maps 3 diagrams
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Publisher
Pen & Sword Books LTD
ISBN-13
9781848848993
eBay Product ID (ePID)
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Product Key Features
Publication Year
2013
Subject
History
Number of Pages
208 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Spartan Way
Type
Textbook
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
234 mm
Item Width
156 mm
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Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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